Going Out on A Limb…

We’re nearing the end of the school year.  Often times the toughest part of the entire year, because the voice of spring calls so loudly for us to be outside, instead of in. We’ve begged for it to come, and now its arrived in full, unstoppable force. It’s this time of year that I’m ready …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 31}: Play Flashlight Tag

We did it!  We did it! (We’re just a tad late to the party.) 31 Simple Outdoor Adventures Completed, Documented and Remembered! We hope you’ve gotten some great ideas along the way, and feel encouraged to get outdoors, stay active, enjoy creation, and allow boys to be BOYS!   Play A Classic Game of Flashlight …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 29}: Pan for Gold

How to Pan for Gold…    Supplies: Gold Pan (We got this one from Amazon for under $5) Running Water (Creak, Stream, River) Old Shoes   What could there be that would intrigue a little boys heart more than treasure? This adventure has nothing to do with actually finding real gold, although that is not …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 26}: Watch a Sunrise/Sunset

Watch a Sunrise or Sunset Together…    Supplies: A beautiful setting (open field, beach, lake, etc.) Warm clothing (if needed for after the sun goes down) Camera There is something truly beautiful about starting a day or ending a day with the sun. How do we take for granted this spectacular sky event that happens …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 24}: Star Gazing

Going Star Gazing…    Supplies: Wide Open Space Away from City Lights Portable Telescope (optional) Star Map/Constellation Guide/Starmap App Clear Weather Blanket Oh my stars! There’s something truly breathtaking  about gazing up at the stars in the clear night sky.  Creation shines in all of its splendor.  It’s so vast, and so stunning – not …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 23}: Skipping Rocks

How to Skip Rocks…    Supplies: Any Non-Shallow Body of Water Smooth, Flat Stones {I had the best rock skipper I know write this description… 😉 } Skipping rocks may seem like a very simple adventure, but as you probably already know, boys can turn such an activity into lots of fun. There are just …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 17}: Camping in the Great Outdoors

Go Camping In the Great Outdoors…    Supplies: Sleeping Bags/Air Mattresses Food Tent (optional) Pillows Cooking Gear Lantern/Flashlights Bug Spray First Aid Kit Matches Firewood Old Clothes Old Shoes Extra Blankets Water Roasting Sticks Sweatshirts/Jackets S’more Materials (required) 😉 There is something so beautiful about spending a night or two under the stars camping.  Perhaps …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 15} : Go On a Bug Hunt

Going On a Bug Hunt…    Supplies: Butterfly Net Magnifying Glass Small Container Bugs speak the love language of boys.  Yesterday, Clark tried to convince me to start decorating with bugs.  You’ll be amazed at how many bugs you can find right under your two feet!  In a short ten minute walk, we discovered 19 …

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